The Road to His Return - Part 1

By: Vince Aquilino

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On Friday, Dec 26,2003 it was reported that Israel has accepted a U.S. demand for an interim Palestinian state in the entire Gaza Strip and most of the West Bank in 2004.

Israeli officials said Prime Minister Ariel Sharon had accepted a U.S. proposal for an interim Palestinian state in 2004. The Agreement was not contingent on the Palestinian Authority agreement to end the 3+ year-old war and dismantle Palestinian terrorist groups.

To believe Israel would agree to this demand boggles the imagination, however there may be a method to this madness -- but on the surface, this is a potential disaster for America.

What is being overlooked is that this is God's land, entrusted to Israel, and includes all territory from the border of Egypt to the Euphrates river.

"God said to Moses, 'I appeared unto Abraham, unto Isaac, and unto Jacob, by the name of God Almighty, but by my name JEHOVAH was I not known to them. And I have also established my covenant with them, to give them the land of Canaan, the land of their pilgrimage, wherein they were strangers.'" (Exodus 6:3-4, KJV)

"He is the LORD our God: his judgments are in all the earth. He hath remembered his covenant forever, the word which he commanded to a thousand generations. Which covenant he made with Abraham, and his oath unto Isaac; And confirmed the same unto Jacob for a law, and to Israel for an everlasting covenant: Saying, 'Unto thee will I give the land of Canaan, the lot of your inheritance:'" (Psalm 105:7-11), KJV

"After the death of Moses the servant of the LORD, it came to pass that the LORD spoke to Joshua the son of Nun, Moses' assistant, "Moses My servant is dead. Now therefore, arise, go over this Jordan, you and all this people, to the land which I am giving to them - the children of Israel. "Every place that the sole of your foot will tread upon I have given you, as I said to Moses. "From the wilderness and this Lebanon as far as the great river, the River Euphrates, all the land of the Hittites, and to the Great Sea toward the going down of the sun, shall be your territory." (Jos 1:1-4)

God does not look favorably upon those who would divide HIS land. Here is what God says through the prophet Joel:

"For behold, in those days and at that time, when I bring back the captives of Judah and Jerusalem, I will also gather all nations, and bring them down to the Valley of Jehoshaphat; and I will enter into judgment with them there on account of My people, My heritage Israel, whom they have scattered among the nations; they have also divided up My land."

You will notice that God said it was HIS land and division of it brings judgement. America may in fact be living on borrowed time. We may in fact be just one more major sin event away from God's righteous judgement. The only hope for America is to bless Israel (Gen 12:3) and 2 Chronicles 7:14:

"If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land."

The situation in Israel continues to occupy the evening news as suicide bombings against Israeli citizens are met with swift retaliation. Until now, all attempts at reviving the peace talks have failed. The PLO and Israel's position appeared intractable with PLO arguing about refugees and a divided Jerusalem and Israel demanding the PLO stop terrorist insurgency and guarantee peace and safety.

However, in spite of these intractable positions, Prime Minister Ariel Sharon accepts the U.S. proposal for an interim Palestinian state in 2004 with absolutely no contingencies on the Palestinian Authority to end the 3+ year-old war and dismantle Palestinian terrorist groups.

What is wrong with this picture and what is up with Lybia -- another pawn and participant in the Ezekiel 38 invasion of Israel?

Before discussing that, let's take a look back at previous peace proposals and extrapolate what this peace plan might mean in light of Biblical prophecy. The U.S. has continually applied pressure to Israel, embracing the tenants Mitchell Plan, that called for Israel to give up land for peace. The U.S. has also voted with the U.N. on resolutions calling for a Palestinian state and the division of Jerusalem.

"Land-for-peace" has been the common building block of every peace initiative, including the March 25th, 2002 summit designed to unite the Arab world. At that time, Saudi Crown Prince Abdullah laid out his proposal for a pact with Israel. As part of this proposal, Israel would be offered "normal relations" and security in return for a full withdrawal from "Arab" lands captured in the 1967 war and dividing Jerusalem with east Jerusalem becoming the capital of a Palestinian state.

As part of this 2002 plan, Ariel Sharon would commission a regional peace conference and initiate a long-term interim agreement during which the PA would declare a state on 65 percent of the West Bank and Gaza Strip and establish a Palestinian municipality in east Jerusalem. The three advocates of the plan assumed that it was impossible to reach an agreement with Arafat on both refugees and the final status of Jerusalem and indicated, at that time, that it would be much easier to solve the refugee issue and the issue of the Temple Mount in a pan-Arab context. Did you catch that? It is possible that this peace treaty which will be build on the past agreements, when finally consummated, could allow the Jew to rebuild their temple!

Most certainly, the issue of the Temple Mount will be part of the current peace initiative as America has always pushed for Jerusalem to be an International city and as such we can not have the Temple Mount unilaterally administered by the PLO. If there is to be a lasting peace, all religions must have access to this contested property.

A re-built temple; the Jews calling for peace and safety; Israel's land being divided; and Ezekiel 38 getting closer day by day are all sign post's on the road to the Lord's return.

As for America's role, there are some Israeli officials who say that the American plan is a ploy in that when it is launched in April 2004, it would enable the Bush administration to press the PA to end insurgency violence and facilitate Israeli withdrawal from the PLO "state". If this is true, then, at best, America is playing a dangerous game of strategy with the PLO while risking the judgement of God. The American/Israeli strategy may go something like this: Once the PLO is an independent state, if they sponsor state-run terrorism on Israel, America's mandate against terrorist rogue nations would trigger direct American intervention like they did in Iraq. It would enable America to have a "Peace-Keeping" presence in Israel.

This possible move by America on the chess board of the Middle East would put it's queen at risk (http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/up082500.htm)and bring us one step closer to the Ezekiel 38 invasion of Israel and the associated chastisement of America for its leadership in dividing God's land and other corporate sins.

In Ezekiel 38:13 we can see, as developed in the articles on Ezekiel 38 (http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/invade03.htm) that when the invasion begins (perhaps because the invading forces include Russia), the only resistance offered by Saudi Arabia and the U.S. (and perhaps other western peace-keeping forces) is what amounts to a diplomatic protest. They have a presence in Israel, but do to the massive invasion force and the element of surprise, the only thing they can do is raise their voices in protest.

Of course, when the invasion does occur, God intervenes and judges the invading armies/countries, including an un-named nation who lives in the safety of the far-distant coastlines. This nation sits as a queen among the nations (Isa 47:5,7, Rev 18:7). See http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/up082500.htm

On Christmas day, the London Daily Telegraph reported that Col Muammar Gaddafi, the Libyan leader had admitted involvement in banned weapons programs. Three days earlier it was revealed that there has been nine months of secret disarmament talks between Libya, Britain and the United States. Gaddafi called for other ‘rogue states’ to follow his example by admitting involvement in banned weapons programs and thereby preventing ‘tragedy’ from striking their nations. President Bush reacted with pleasure and referred to the rewards of co-operating with the United States.

A U.S. and British team (the Lion' and Young Lion's thereof - See Ezekiel 38 articles), invited to Libya, were stunned to find that Libya was already enriching weapon's grade uranium and that Libya possessed the complete infrastructure for the production of nuclear weapons. The team was also led to a Libyan medium-range missile program that included the Scud C. The missiles, with a range of 500 kilometers, were said to have been obtained from North Korea.

What's up with this considering Libya is one of the nations named by name as a participant in the Ezekiel 38 invasion of Israel. Why did Libya reveal their hand when Western officials and intelligence analysts had earlier determined that Libya's technological infrastructure was insufficient for a nuclear weapons program…and therefore, one would conclude, not a major threat to the stability of the Middle East.

First of all, this "victory" by the United States and Great Britain over another rogue terrorist nation is like closing the barn door after the cows have gotten out. Where are the nuclear and perhaps chemical and biological weapons that were produced in Libya. Have they, in preparation for Gaddafi's move, found there way to Syria where Iraq's weapons of mass destruction have, according to some sources, have found there way?

Part of the Terrorist strategy is evident from Gaddafi's appeal. Asked if he had a message for other leaders, especially the heads of Syria, Iran and North Korea, he replied: "They should follow the steps of Libya, or take an example from Libya, so that they prevent any tragedy being inflicted upon their own peoples." But then he went on

to accuse Israel of harboring illicit weapons, saying a wholesale disarmament in the Muslim world ‘would tighten the rope or the noose around the Israelis, so they would expose their programs and their weapons of mass destruction’.

The Libyan move is part of a strategy to disarm Israel while distracting the United States at the same time that Israeli's are once again calling for peace and safety.

"For when they say, "Peace and safety!" then sudden destruction comes upon them, as labor pains upon a pregnant woman. And they shall not escape. But you, brethren, are not in darkness, so that this Day should overtake you as a thief. You are all sons of light and sons of the day. We are not of the night nor of darkness. Therefore let us not sleep, as others do, but let us watch and be sober." (1 Thes 5:3-6)

I cannot tell you when the Ezekiel 38 invasion will occur or what the next series of judgements to be unleashed by God on America (to call her to repentance) will be. But I can say that this day will not surprise the children of light that are watching and are washing their robes in the blood of the Lamb for Jesus is returning for a holy and spotless bride.

It is imperative that we are open to the Holy Spirit in the days ahead…we need to hear His voice and obey without hesitation. Our survival depends on it. If the Holy Spirit convicts you of sin in an area of life, we need to be open and honest with the Lord and not try to hide our sin. We need to admit it as sin and seek the Lord's help in that area. There are none righteous, no not one. We all fall short of the glory of God, but like David, a man after God's own heart, we need to repent and ask the Lord to search our hearts.

There are so many areas of Biblical prophecy that are in the process of fulfillment that it is overwhelming to me. I have continued to watch the events on the world stage, but have not been publishing much lately. It is my intention to be more active in this year ahead publishing at least bi-monthly if not weekly so you can be up-to-date and prepared for what is rapidly coming.

Now, the purpose of this ministry is never to cause fear as there is perfect peace for those who keep their eyes fixed on Jesus. And that's the point, keep your eyes on Jesus and you will not grow fearful as you watch (as the Lord commands us) and pray.

What should you do as we see these events? We need to occupy until He comes. That means we need to be about the Lord's business while watching and praying. We need to be light to a lost and dying world that will grow even brighter as the darkness closes in around us. Seek the Lord while it is still day, for the night is coming when no man may seek him.

As for myself, it is my intention to fulfill my calling as a watchman through this web site and continue to occupy until He comes. Part of that (military) occupation involves the Healing Rooms of Greater Syracuse (http://healingsyracuse.com)where we push back the darkness by presenting God's healing power to all those who would come. We have seen God do some amazing things, but it is just the beginning as those that know their God will do great exploits (Danie3l 11:32) in the midst of darkness.

For those who would like to make a tax-deductible contribution, you can do so on the healingsyracuse.com web site. It would be most appreciated and would enable us to continue to keep you informed while also helping people who desperately need a touch from the Master.

One sows another reaps, but all share in the reward.

Maranatha!

``Watch and pray, therefore, that you would be counted worthy to escape the judgment that is coming upon the earth and be able to stand before the Son of Man'' (Luke 21:36).

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Ezekiel 38 Invasion of Israel - Part 2 http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/invade02.htm

Ezekiel 38 Invasion of Israel - Part 3 http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/invade03.htm

Ezekiel 38 Invasion of Israel - Part 4 http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/invade04.htm

Ezekiel 38 Invasion of Israel - Part 5 http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/invade05.htm

Ezekiel 38 Invasion of Israel - Part 6 http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/invade06.htm

Ezekiel 38 Invasion of Israel - Part 7 http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/invade07.htm

What's Next for America - Part 8 http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/up110402.htm

What's Next for America - Part 7 http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/up032302.htm

What's Next for America - Part 6 http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/up031602.htm

What's Next for America - Part 5 http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/up020602.htm

What's Next for America - Part 4 http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/up010402.htm

What's Next for America - Part 3 http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/up122301.htm

What's Next for America - Part 2 http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/up112101.htm

What's Next for America - Part 1 http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/up103101.htm

Expect the Unexpected – http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/up091400.htm

What in Heaven is happening to America – Part1 –

http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/america1.htm

What in Heaven is happening to America – Part2 –

http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/america2.htm

What in Heaven is happening to America – Part3 –

http://prophecyandcurrentevents.com/thglory/america3.htm

"Watch and pray, therefore, that you would be counted worthy to escape the judgment that is coming upon the earth and be able to stand before the Son of Man" (Luke 21:36).

Maranatha!

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